What is a Pull On knee brace?
This is a tube shaped brace made from elasticated material.
There are different types that may have a circular pad or a hole to fit around the kneecap or strengthening material along the sides of the fabric.
What is the knee brace for?
- To support your knee and to help reduce pain in everyday activities when standing and walking.
- If the brace has a circular pad, this is to help keep your kneecap in position as you move.
How do I put the knee brace on?
- The widest opening should be at the top of your leg when you put it on.
- Pull it up your leg until the curve is behind your knee and any strengtheners are on either side of your knee.
- If it has a round hole this should be positioned so that the hole is over your kneecap.
- If it has a pad this should be positioned as shown by the orthotist.
To assist you, a small amount of talc may help the brace to slide up your leg.
Cleaning:
Check the washing instructions on the label, or wash the brace by hand in warm soapy water at 40°C.
Do not tumble dry or dry over direct heat, as this will damage the elastic material.
Air dry only.
Using your brace:
You should only wear your brace as advised by your doctor/therapist/orthotist.
If you have any problems, for example:
Skin rash
Skin breakdown
Loss of sensation
Swelling
Pressure/discomfort
Or if the brace is no longer effective or does not fit, contact the department for advice.
Orthotic Department tel:01582 497198.